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Discovery Princess itinerary map for August 24, 2024 (7 nights)
Discovery Princess itinerary map for August 24, 2024 (7 nights)
7 nights · 6 ports
Round-trip · Seattle, Washington
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Discovery Princess
August 24, 2024

7-Night Alaska Inside Passage With Glacier Bay National Park aboard Discovery Princess · Departing August 24, 2024 from the Port of Seattle, Washington.

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// AT A GLANCE

This 7-night cruise aboard the Discovery Princess departs from Seattle, Washington on Saturday, August 24, 2024 and returns on Saturday, Aug 31st. August weather across this route averages 82°/42°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 8.5 out of 10, averaged across 6 ports. Inside cabins dropped $173 on Aug 18.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
8.5OUT OF 10
SAFE TIER
Safer than 85% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
FULL BREAKDOWN →
01
7
night cruise
Sat → Sat
02
Seattle
departure port
Washington
03
6
port stops
Park
04
1
sea day
Day 2
// ON THIS PAGE09 SECTIONS
01Roll Call↓02Cruise Price Tracker↓03Itinerary map↓04Cruise ports↓05Weather↓06Shore excursions↓07Safety score↓08Cruise ship↓09FAQ↓

The Discovery Princess, operated by Princess Cruise Line, sets sail on Saturday, August 24, 2024 from Seattle, Washington for a 7-night Alaska Inside Passage With Glacier Bay National Park cruise. This itinerary includes 6 unique port stops and 1 day at sea. August weather across the route averages 82°F highs and 42°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 8.5 out of 10, combining travel advisories, crime statistics, and Global Peace Index data. Fare tracking is available for inside, oceanview, balcony, and suite cabin categories. Gangwaze monitors pricing daily so you can set a price-drop alert and book when the fare is right. Explore the full day-by-day port schedule, shore excursion options, onboard amenities, and weather forecasts for each stop on this Discovery Princess sailing.

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

Discovery Princess August 24, 2024 Roll Call

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Discovery Princess August 24, 2024 Price & Tracking

DISCOVERY PRINCESS·AUGUST 24, 2024

The graph below tracks historic price of the Discovery Princess cruise ship departing August 24, 2024. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,249 ($179 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $936 ($134 per night), this represents a recent increase of 33%.

Discovery Princess cruise departing August 24, 2024 — 7-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $1,249 ($179 per night). Average price: $936.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
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This cabin
Avg $935
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Discovery Princess · August 24, 2024
$1,249
$179 per night · 7 nights
↑
33% above average
Avg $935

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// 03 · ITINERARY

7 Night Alaska Inside Passage With Glacier Bay National Park (Seattle Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapAUGUST 24, 2024
The Discovery Princess sails on August 24, 2024 for a 7 Night Alaska Inside Passage With Glacier Bay National Park (Seattle Roundtrip) (Seattle Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Seattle, Washington at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Seattle, Washington on Aug 31st at 7:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Discovery Princess will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 1 day at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
Discovery Princess
AUGUST 24, 2024
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7 NIGHTS · 5 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · SEATTLE
// 04 · PORTS

7 Night Alaska Inside Passage With Glacier Bay National Park (Seattle Roundtrip) Port List

Discovery Princess·August 24, 2024
Seattle, Washington — Day 1 of Discovery Princess August 24, 2024 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
SATURDAY·AUG 24

Seattle

Washington
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
—
3:00 PM

Seattle, Washington, offers docking at Pier 91. Travelers explore Pike Place Market and Space Needle. Excursions include whale-watching in Puget Sound. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures urban landmarks and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes Dungeness crab, a Washington favorite. Souvenirs, like native crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Salish history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Seattle’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic markets and scenic waterways, making Seattle an engaging destination for exploration.

AUGUST FORECAST
69°F avg · Avg
Juneau, Alaska — Day 3 of Discovery Princess August 24, 2024 cruise
DAY
3
PORT 2
MONDAY·AUG 26

Juneau

Alaska
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
1:00 PM
9:00 PM

Juneau, Alaska, offers docking at Juneau Port. Travelers explore Mendenhall Glacier and Mount Roberts Tramway. Excursions include whale-watching tours. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures glaciers and Inside Passage vistas. Dining onboard includes king crab, an Alaskan favorite. Souvenirs, like totem crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Tlingit history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance glacier hikes. Juneau’s natural charm offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of stunning glaciers and marine wildlife, making Juneau an engaging destination for exploration.

AUGUST FORECAST
55°F avg · Avg
Skagway, Alaska — Day 4 of Discovery Princess August 24, 2024 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
TUESDAY·AUG 27

Skagway

Alaska
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
6:00 AM
8:30 PM

Skagway, Alaska, offers docking at Skagway Port. Travelers explore Klondike Gold Rush Park and White Pass Railway. Excursions include hiking Chilkoot Trail. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic railways and Inside Passage vistas. Dining onboard includes king crab, an Alaskan favorite. Souvenirs, like gold-themed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Gold Rush history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance trail hikes. Skagway’s historic charm offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of gold rush heritage and scenic mountains, making Skagway an engaging destination.

AUGUST FORECAST
50°F avg · Avg
Cruise Glacier Bay — Day 5 of Discovery Princess August 24, 2024 cruise
DAY
5
PORT 4
WEDNESDAY·AUG 28

Cruise Glacier Bay

ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
6:00 AM
2:30 PM

Cruise Glacier Bay, Alaska, offers scenic cruising without docking. Travelers view Margerie Glacier and humpback whales from the ship. Excursions include ranger-led tours. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for glacier tours. Photography captures icebergs and Inside Passage vistas. Dining onboard includes salmon, an Alaskan favorite. Souvenirs, like glacier crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Tlingit history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while binoculars enhance wildlife spotting. Glacier Bay’s natural allure offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of glacial landscapes and marine wildlife, making Glacier Bay an engaging destination.

AUGUST FORECAST
61°F avg · Avg
Ketchikan, Alaska — Day 6 of Discovery Princess August 24, 2024 cruise
DAY
6
PORT 5
THURSDAY·AUG 29

Ketchikan

Alaska
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
1:15 PM

Ketchikan, Alaska, offers docking at Ketchikan Port. Travelers explore Totem Bight Park and Creek Street. Excursions include Misty Fjords flights. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures totem poles and Inside Passage vistas. Dining onboard includes halibut, an Alaskan favorite. Souvenirs, like Tlingit crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Native Alaskan history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance historic walks. Ketchikan’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of native heritage and scenic fjords, making Ketchikan an engaging destination for exploration.

AUGUST FORECAST
64°F avg · Avg
Victoria, British Columbia — Day 7 of Discovery Princess August 24, 2024 cruise
DAY
7
PORT 6
FRIDAY·AUG 30

Victoria

British Columbia
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
9:00 PM
11:59 PM

Victoria, British Columbia, Canada, offers docking at Ogden Point Port. Travelers explore Butchart Gardens and Craigdarroch Castle. Excursions include whale-watching tours. Local markets sell Nanaimo bars. The peak season, June to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures floral gardens and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes salmon, a BC favorite. Souvenirs, like totem crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Salish history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance garden walks. Victoria’s scenic charm offers a vibrant Canadian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural beauty and historic landmarks, making Victoria an engaging destination for exploration.

AUGUST FORECAST
68°F avg · Avg
// 05 · WEATHER

7 Night Alaska Inside Passage With Glacier Bay National Park (Seattle Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

Discovery Princess·August 24, 2024
AUG FORECAST · SEATTLE
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
69°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
91°
AVG LOW
46°
AVG RAINFALL
1.2"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT SEATTLE
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
69°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Discovery Princess August 24, 2024 Excursions

Discovery Princess·August 24, 2024

From beach breaks and snorkeling to local food tours and cultural landmarks, these shore excursions help you make the most of every stop. Browse by port below to compare top-rated options and plan your day before you board.

// BROWSE BY PORT
EMBEDDED · POWERED BY VIATOR

Browse shore excursions for each port on this Discovery Princess itinerary. Tours, activities, and transfers are provided by Viator.

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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

7 Night Alaska Inside Passage With Glacier Bay National Park (Seattle Roundtrip)

Based on comprehensive research of cruise port safety information, including recent crime reports, travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and specific port security concerns, we've created a "safety score" for each cruise port stop. The overall rating below represents a combined score for your specific cruise itinerary.

ITINERARY AVERAGE
SAFE TIER
0OUT OF 100
LOWHIGH
Safer than 85% of all cruises
8.5/10 itinerary average · ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
// HOW WE SCORE
Four signals, weighted by recency.

Scores combine recent crime reports, government travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and port-specific security incidents. Refreshed monthly.

8.0 – 10.0
Safe — Low-risk; standard precautions apply.
6.5 – 7.9
Moderate — Generally safe with normal vigilance.
5.0 – 6.4
Caution — Stay alert; avoid certain areas after dark.
0 – 4.9
High caution — Significant risk; book guided excursions.
REFRESHED MONTHLY
// PORT-BY-PORT BREAKDOWN06 PORTS
01

Seattle 🇺🇸

Washington · United StatesMODERATE

Travelers in Seattle should stay vigilant and secure their belongings, as some downtown areas may have higher risks of petty theft.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

Juneau 🇺🇸

Alaska · United StatesSAFE

Juneau is a safe cruise destination with low crime, good infrastructure, and designated tourist areas, but be cautious of environmental hazards.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Skagway 🇺🇸

Alaska · United StatesSAFE

Skagway is a safe cruise port with low crime rates, though travelers should exercise caution in isolated areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

Cruise Glacier Bay 🇺🇸

United States · United StatesSAFE

Passengers remain aboard their cruise ships in Glacier Bay, ensuring a safe experience while enjoying the scenic views.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
05

Ketchikan 🇺🇸

Alaska · United StatesSAFE

Ketchikan offers a safe environment for travelers with a strong police presence, low crime rates, and standard precautions advised for wildlife.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
06

Victoria 🇨🇦

British Columbia · CanadaSAFE

Victoria offers a safe environment for travelers, with low crime rates and strong police presence in tourist areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Discovery Princess Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsPRINCESS
Discovery Princess
PRINCESS · ROYAL
CHRISTENED
2022
STATEROOMS
1,830
TONNAGE
145,000GT
12.5% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 128,868 GT
YEAR BUILT
2022
11 YEARS NEWER· vs avg 2011
LENGTH
1,083ft
6.1% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 1,020 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
3,660cruisers
14.5% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 3,197 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

The Discovery Princess has a construction date of 2022 and a total size of 145,000 gross tons. The ship measures 1,083 feet in length. Discovery Princess is included in Princess's Royal class. At full capacity, the Discovery Princess holds 3,660 passengers. That includes 2,314 cruise vacationers and 1,346 staff members. The Discovery Princess total number of staterooms is 1,830.

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// 09 · MORE CRUISES

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// 09 · FAQ

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